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Kristina W. Rosbe - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

Powen Cheng - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • real time and computerized sonographic scoring system for predicting malignant Cervical Lymphadenopathy
    Head and Neck-journal for The Sciences and Specialties of The Head and Neck, 2009
    Co-Authors: Lijen Liao, Chite Wang, Yiho Young, Powen Cheng
    Abstract:

    Background. To identify malignant Cervical Lymphadenopathy, we established a real-time, computerized scoring system based on sonographic findings and demographic data. Methods. One hundred eight patients with neck Lymphadenopathy, receiving ultrasonography and ultrasound-guided fine-needle aspiration (US-FNA), were used to construct a predictive model. This model was validated by another independent patient cohort. Results. A predictive scoring scale was proposed by multivariate logistic regression analysis: 0.06 × (age) + 4.76 × (S/L ratio) + 2.15 × (internal echo) + 1.80 × (vascular pattern). Cervical Lymphadenopathy was regarded as malignant with a score ≥7. The formula was programmed into a synchronized, computerized sonographic reporting system. Prospective validation of this predictive tool showed excellent sensitivity (100%), specificity (88.0%), and overall accuracy (90.1%). Conclusion. A real-time and practical sonographic scoring system was built and validated to provide the physician prompt and reliable probability guidance for performing US-FNA cytology in managing Cervical Lymphadenopathy. © 2009 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. Head Neck, 2010

Nainar Sm - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • Cervical Lymphadenopathy in young children: case report of nontuberculous mycobacterial infection.
    Pediatric Dentistry, 2014
    Co-Authors: Rukavina J, Propst Ej, Ngan B, Nainar Sm
    Abstract:

    A four-year-old male presented with right-sided facial swelling near the angle of the mandible. Despite the presence of multiple dental carious lesions, the Cervical Lymphadenopathy did not appear to be of dental origin. Otolaryngology referral with subsequent excision of the affected lymph nodes confirmed the Cervical Lymphadenopathy to be due to a Mycobacterium avium intracellulare infection. A two-year follow-up showed successful resolution of the condition. The purpose of the present report was to describe a case with multiple dental carious lesions and Cervical Lymphadenopathy, with the latter attributed to a nondental etiology. A differential diagnosis of nondental etiologies of Cervical Lymphadenopathy in young children is described.

Kadri Yazal - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • Cervical Lymphadenopathy associated with Hashimoto's thyroiditis: an analysis of 22 cases by fine needle aspiration cytology.
    Acta cytologica, 2009
    Co-Authors: Nadir Paksoy, Kadri Yazal
    Abstract:

    OBJECTIVE To analyze the possible association between Hashimoto's thyroiditis (HT) and Cervical Lymphadenopathy in cases diagnosed by fine needle aspiration cytology. STUDY DESIGN Among the patients referred to our laboratory for ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration cytology of thyroid nodules (USG-FNAC), cases of HT associated with Cervical Lymphadenopathy were evaluated. RESULTS Between February 2001 and May 2007, HT was diagnosed in 94 (11%) of a total of 856 thyroid USG-FNAC cases. Among these cases, 22 (23%) were associated with single/ multiple Cervical Lymphadenopathy. In all cases, FNAC of the lymph nodes was consistent with reactive lymphoid hyperplasia. Anti-TPO and anti-Tg antibody results were obtained in 14 of 22 cases with HT. Among these cases, 12 showed positive values. CONCLUSION Clinicians and cytopathologists who encounter thyroid nodules with Cervical Lymphadenopathy should also include the possibility of HT in the differential diagnosis. A literature search disclosed no report regarding the possible association between HT and Cervical Lymphadenopathy. Considering the limitations due to lack of immunocytochemical analysis of the thyroid and lymph node aspirates, our study should be taken as a preliminary one.

Chunwu Zhou - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • Differentiation of malignant Cervical Lymphadenopathy by dual-energy CT: a preliminary analysis
    Scientific reports, 2016
    Co-Authors: Liang Yang, Dehong Luo, Yanfeng Zhao, Meng Lin, Wei Guo, Chunwu Zhou
    Abstract:

    The accurate diagnosis of malignant Cervical Lymphadenopathy remains challenging. In this study, we determined the value of quantitative parameters derived from dual-energy computed tomography (DECT) for differentiating malignant Cervical Lymphadenopathy caused by thyroid carcinoma (TC), salivary gland carcinoma (SC), squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) and lymphoma. We retrospectively analysed 92 patients with pathologically confirmed Cervical Lymphadenopathy due to TC, SC, SCC and lymphoma. All patients received a DECT scan before therapy. Using GSI (gemstone spectral imaging) Volume Viewer software, we analysed the enhanced monochromatic data, and the quantitative parameters we acquired included the iodine concentration (IC), water concentration (WC) and the slope of the spectral HU curve (λHU). One-way ANOVA showed significant differences in the IC and λHU among different groups (P   0.05). The quantitative parameters derived from DECT were useful supplements to conventional computed tomography images and were helpful for distinguishing different malignant Cervical lymphadenopathies.